Hottest Articles on BWW from Thursday, Dec. 13

1) 2013 GOLDEN GLOBE AWARDS Nominations Announced!

Jessica Alba, Megan Fox, and Ed Helms joined the Hollywood Foreign Press Association President Dr. Aida Takla-O'Reilly were on hand at the Beverly Hilton Hotel this morning to announce the nominations for the 2013 Golden Globes Awards. (more...)

2) Enter the LES MISERABLES Essay Contest & Win the Ultimate Fan Prize Pack!

To celebrate the upcoming release of the highly-anticipated film version of LES MISERABLES, BroadwayWorld invites you to share your most vivid 'Les Mis' experience for a chance to win the ultimate fan prize package! (more...)

3) REBECCA Update: Millions Must Be Raised or Returned by Year's End

Today, the Wall Street Journal reports that the stock broker has been under investigation since 2009 by the Financial Industry Regulatory Authority, in 12 different cases. (more...)

4) Photo Flash: First Look at Patina Miller, Matthew James Thomas, Charlotte d'Amboise, Andrea Martin, Terrence Mann & More in A.R.T.'s PIPPIN!

The American Repertory Theater (A.R.T.) presents its production of Pippin, with music and lyrics by Stephen Schwartz, book by Roger O. Hirson, directed by A.R.T. Artistic Director Diane Paulus. The production is now running through January 20, 2013. BroadwayWorld has a first look at the show below! (more...)

5) VIDEO: Eddie Redmayne Chats Auditioning for LES MIS on 'Today'

Eddie Redmayne, star of LES MISERABLES, stopped by the 'Today' show on NBC this morning to chat about the audition process for his role in the film. Check out the appearance below! (more...)

6) BWW TV Exclusive: LES MIS' Samantha Barks on Bringing 'Eponine' From the West End to the Big Screen, Career Aspirations & More!

LES MISERABLES might not open in movie theatres until Christmas day, but you need not wait that long to get the inside scoop on the highly anticipated new film. BroadwayWorld's Richard Ridge was invited to chat with Samantha Barks, who stars as Eponine, about what it was like bringing 'Eponine' from the West End stage to the big screen, how she won the role, future career aspirations, and so much more! (more...)

7) Lilla Crawford Suffers Minor Injury in ANNIE; Out Until Next Week

A production spokesperson tells us Lilla Crawford "suffered a minor injury to her foot while on stage at the December 12 matinee performance of Annie." She is expected to return to the production next week. Understudy Taylor Richardson will take over the role in her absence. (more...)

8) STAGE TUBE: THE PHANTOM OF THE OPERA Cast Announces Online Sweepstakes for 25th Anniversary Performance!

The longest-running show in Broadway history, Andrew Lloyd Webber's The Phantom of the Opera, directed by Harold Prince and produced by Cameron Mackintosh and The Really Useful Company, Inc., will once again make theater history when it becomes the first Broadway show ever to celebrate its 25th Anniversary on Saturday, January 26, 2013. Producers today announced an online sweepstakes to give PHANTOM "Phans" the chance to be part of the historic night's invitation-only performance. While many of the evening's details are being kept under wraps, the special night will begin with an early 6:30 PM performance at The Majestic Theatre (247 West 44th Street), the musical's home for its entire run. (more...)

9) VIDEO: Carly Rose Watch: Sonenclar Sings Lennon, Elton John

Carly Rose Sonenclar demonstrated that she has more in her bag of tricks than just a stellar singing voice. The 13-year-old played the piano as she sang a moving version of the John Lennon classic, "Imagine' on last night's THE X FACTOR. The teen sensation then performed Elton John's "Your Song" as her Contestants' Choice song. Check out her performances below! (more...)

10) THE HEIRESS Contest: Win 'Catherine Sloper's' Wish List!; Enter by Tomorrow to Win!

BroadwayWorld and THE HEIRESS invite you to enter to win a one-of-a-kind prize package featuring holiday wish lists from your favorite characters from the new production of THE HEIRESS. The final wish list belongs to 'Catherine Sloper' - see what her in-demand items are and make sure to scroll below to check out the other characters' lists! (more...)

11) BWW Interviews: DEBUT(S) OF THE MONTH - The Orphans of ANNIE!

Below, meet the orphans of ANNIE, all making their Broadway debuts, and find out why they believe you're never fully dressed without a smile! (more...)

12) STAGE TUBE: NEWSical's Christine Pedi Channels Liza Minnelli in 'Even More Sh*t Liza Minnelli Says'

As a sequel to her first viral Liza Minnelli video, NEWSical The Musical star Christine Pedi recently released 'Even More Sh*t Liza Minnelli Says.' View it below! (more...)

13) Viacom CEO Comments on THE BOOK OF MORMON Movie Plans

According to Variety, Viacom CEO Philippe Dauman recently commented on a potential movie version of "South Park" creators' Trey Parker and Matt Stone's hit Broadway musical The Book of Mormon. Viacom owns Comedy Central, which airs "South Park". (more...)

14) VIDEO: THE HEIRESS' Jessica Chastain Talks ZERO DARK THIRTY on 'Chelsea Lately'

Currently starring in THE HEIRESS as the homely Catherine Sloper on Broadway, Jessica Chastain appeared on 'Chelsea Lately' to talk about her role as a powerful woman in the action thriller ZERO DARK THIRTY, coming to theaters Dec. 19. Click below to watch the interview! (more...)

15) BEND IT LIKE BECKHAM Musical Headed to the West End in 2013 or 2014?

According to the Daily Mail, David Beckham has given producers permission to use his name in the title of a new musical based on the film Bend It Like Beckham, which will also feature footage of his signature, curving free kick. Workshops are set for early next year. (more...)

16) George Wendt Joins Cast of BREAKFAST AT TIFFANY'S!

Six-time Emmy Award-nominee George Wendt (‘Norm' in "Cheers") has joined the cast of the world premiere of Tony Award winning playwright Richard Greenberg's new play, Truman Capote's Breakfast at Tiffany's, in the role of ‘Joe Bell' it was announced today. As previously announced, this new stage adaption of Capote's classic novella, directed by Sean Mathias, will also star Emilia Clarke (HBO's "Game of Thrones") as ‘Holly Golightly' and Cory Michael Smith as ‘Fred' and will begin performances at Broadway's Cort Theatre on Monday, March 4. Opening night is set for Wednesday, March 20. (more...)

17) SMASH's Hilty, McPhee Comment on Golden Globe Nomination

The Hollywood Foreign Press Association announced the nominations for the 2013 Golden Globes Awards this morning, live from the Beverly Hilton Hotel. Among the nominations was the hit NBC musical drama SMASH, which was given a nod for Best Television Series – Comedy or Musical. SMASH stars Katharine McPhee and Megan Hilty commented on the news this morning. (more...)

18) LES MISERABLES, SMASH and More Earn Golden Globe Nominations!

Jessica Alba, Megan Fox, and Ed Helms joined the Hollywood Foreign Press Association President Dr. Aida Takla-O'Reilly at the Beverly Hilton Hotel this morning to announce the nominations for the 2013 Golden Globes Awards, and Broadway was represented in a big way in 2012. (more...)

19) STAGE TUBE: On This Day 12/13- A LITTLE NIGHT MUSIC

Today in 2009, A Little Night Music opened at the Walter Kerr Theatre, where it ran for 425 performances. A Little Night Music is a musical with music and lyrics by Stephen Sondheim and book by Hugh Wheeler. Inspired by the Ingmar Bergman film Smiles of a Summer Night, it involves the romantic lives of several couples. Since its original 1973 Broadway production, the musical has enjoyed professional productions in the West End, by opera companies, in a 2009 Broadway revival, and elsewhere, and it is a popular choice for regional groups. It was adapted for film in 1977, with Harold Prince directing and Elizabeth Taylor, Len Cariou, Lesley-Anne Down and Diana Rigg starring. (more...)

20) Steven Spielberg 'Thrilled' About SMASH's Golden Globe Nomination

Jessica Alba, Megan Fox, and Ed Helms joined the Hollywood Foreign Press Association President Dr. Aida Takla-O'Reilly at the Beverly Hilton Hotel this morning to announce the nominations for the 2013 Golden Globes Awards, and NBC's SMASH earned a nod for Best Comedy Series. (more...)